Melanin is often talked about in terms of skin tone, but its role goes far beyond color. This naturally occurring pigment functions as one of the body’s most important defense systems, especially when ...

In this episode, Dr. Tina Lasisi walks us through how we genetically inherit skin color. Have you ever been convinced that you’re adopted because your parents have a radically different skin color?

When a baby is born, they may have red, purple, yellow, or blue skin. Skin color variations in babies do not usually signify an underlying condition, but some skin colors in babies can be the result ...

Common conditions often manifest differently on dark skin. Yet physicians are trained mostly to diagnose them on white skin. Dr. Jenna Lester, director of the skin of color program at University of ...

Also known as eczema, atopic dermatitis is a particular problem for Black Americans and other people of color. Mohiba Tareen, MD, a dermatologist and medical reviewer for Everyday Health, discusses ...

NEW YORK — When attempting to improve the appearance of the skin, the risk of chemical peels in all skin types is excessive penetration of the chemical solution that produces complications, but the ...

Pew Research Center conducted this study to understand the role of skin color in the life experiences of Latino adults. It also measures attitudes of Latinos about race and race relations and their ...

Lately, you’ve been experiencing fatigue and headaches. You notice a rash on your lower back where the skin, usually an even brown, is darker and slightly violet-tinged in some areas. A doctor sends ...

Itchy, raised bumps caused by hives can look different on medium and dark skin tones. Instead of pink, they may be the same color as the skin. Hives is a common condition that causes itchy, raised ...